The Transition Case Manager works under the direction of the TIL Program. This position will successfully engage and retain young people in after care referred by LUK placement program(s). Through assessments and consultation, the Transition Case Manager will work with the young person’s team of internal and external entities, also known as collateral contacts, to ensure the young person transitions into the next level of care as seamlessly as possible. This position will build connections between LUK and key collateral partners to ensure the young people achieve their transition goals while adhering to LUK’s core values.
The Transition Case Manger will have familiarity with community resources in the region and will provide assessments and referrals as indicated.
Full time position (40 hrs. per week) with benefits.
In addition to very competitive salaries LUK offers a substantial and unique benefit package found here.
Introduction to LUK, Inc.
LUK has deep roots in Central Massachusetts. We’re driven by our values and we’re serious about our work. It’s not easy work, but it is rewarding! With Crisis as our middle name (LUK Crisis Center), we are well versed in handling all kinds of issues that may arise. LUK exists to help people thrive – the people we serve and the people who work here. We appreciate creative thinking, uniqueness, and tenacity. We encourage staff to participate in numerous opportunities to grow as an individual and a member of a team, influence others and be influenced, be your best and do your best. We provide individualized services to the people we work with and offer flexibility so that staff can meet responsibilities at work and outside of work. The community is “LUK-y” to have the skills, experience, and talent of our staff!
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Purpose
To work with young people to ensure that aftercare is an integral part of discharging planning from LUK placement care to ensure the young people continue to have stable living.
Responsibilities Include
- Acquiring a deep understanding and commitment to LUK’s Mission, Vision and Values and programming and advocacy
- Develop and maintain an authentic professional, trauma-informed relationship with young people
- Participates in the young person’s discharge plan from their placement program.
- Conducts a complete after care intake, including but not limited to information gathering and coordination with referral sources.
- Establishes working relationships with other providers to meet the specific needs of the young person.
- Develops, implements and/or monitors and reviews the young person’s individualized transition plan.
- Assists with transportation access and makes home visits as required.
- Assists in appropriate discharge process as formulated in the transition plan.
- Provides crisis intervention.
- Participates in on-call rotation.
- Collect and enter data as indicated
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge and Experience Required
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- Demonstrated understanding of youth development, case management and service navigation required
- Experience with and understanding of older adolescents and young adults, families, and communities is essential
- Bilingual/bicultural candidates encouraged to apply
Skills and Abilities
- Reliable and safe transportation
- Demonstrated ability to create meaningful relationships
- Cultural responsiveness
- Strong communication and organization skills
- Computer skills
- Able to work independently and collaboratively on a team
- Reliable and safe transportation
- Bilingual/Bicultural candidates and individuals with lived experience in system involvement encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Submit a cover letter and resume sharing your interest and unique qualifications for this position to:
Online: Click “Apply for Job” below, fill out demographic information, and attach your resumé and cover letter.
LUK, Inc.
545 Westminster Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Email: HR@LUK.org with the subject line Transitions Case Manager
FAX: 978-829-2210
Job Location
This position will be located in LUK’s Worcester office and will service Worcester County area
Salary Range and Benefits
Contact LUK’s Human Resources Department for information on the salary range.
For benefit-eligible positions, LUK provides an extensive and unique benefit package. For more information on LUK’s employment benefits please visit: www.LUK.org/Benefits
Position Overview
LUK Division: _Transition to Independent Living (TIL) Services
LUK Component: Transition to Independent Living (TIL) Services
Direct Supervisor: Assistant Director of TIL Services
LUK Staffing Category: _______
This position is _40 hrs per week
This is a salary position: ☐
This is an hourly position: ☒
This position is benefit eligible: ☒
This position is community-/home-based ☒
EOE and Diversity Commitment
LUK is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our team includes talented professionals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences—from those with firsthand knowledge of the communities we serve to recent graduates and experienced professionals. We believe that bringing together people with different perspectives makes us stronger and better equipped to serve our communities.
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